Web accessibility laws and deadlines
Who each law covers, which standard it points to and the dates that matter, with links to the official sources. General information, not legal advice.
Laws
| Law | Applies to | In short |
|---|---|---|
| European Accessibility Act | Businesses selling covered products or services to consumers in the EU | EU law applying since 28 June 2025 to e-commerce, consumer banking, transport, e-books and communications services, with penalties set by each country. |
| ADA and business websites | US businesses open to the public (Title III) | US businesses open to the public. There is no federal web standard under Title III, and WCAG is the usual benchmark. |
| ADA Title II web rule | State and local governments, public schools, colleges and universities | State and local governments and public colleges must meet WCAG 2.1 AA by April 26, 2027 or April 26, 2028, depending on size. |
| Section 504 web rule | Recipients of HHS funding, including many healthcare providers | Recipients of HHS funding, including many healthcare providers, must meet WCAG 2.1 AA by May 11, 2027 or May 10, 2028. |
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